Long before the advent of books as we know them today, storytelling was a cherished tradition, with grandparents, often grandmothers, regaling children with tales passed down through generations. Across ethnic communities, elders have played and continue to play a crucial role in narrating folklore and ethnic mythology to children. From oral communication, the transition to […]
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Since ancient times, fairs and festivals have served as vibrant hubs for trade and commerce in our country. Today, trade fairs hold significant economic importance, not only facilitating trade and marketing of goods but also providing platforms for the exchange of technical know-how and consultancy services. They are pivotal windows for showcasing the industrial and […]
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In an agricultural nation like ours, the farmers eagerly await the arrival of the monsoon clouds, hoping for the much-needed rain to nourish their parched lands. Their gaze often turns to the rivers, which, while occasionally rushing turbulently to the sea, more frequently flow calmly on their timeless journey. The efforts to harness these rivers […]
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The National Archives of India, initially established in Calcutta in 1891 before being relocated to New Delhi in 1926, serves as the custodian of the nation’s invaluable historical documents. Boasting a vast collection spread over 25 kilometers of shelf space, it houses rare and precious materials of historical significance. Scholars have lauded the National Archives […]
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Thomas Alva Edison, renowned as one of America’s greatest inventors, left an indelible mark on history with his groundbreaking innovations. Born in Milan, Ohio, on February 11, 1847, Edison’s curiosity and ingenuity led him to explore a wide range of interests throughout his lifetime. Among his most famous inventions are the phonograph and the incandescent […]
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Jatindra Nath Das, born in 1904, was a passionate patriot from Calcutta who became deeply involved in India’s struggle for independence at a young age. His fervor led him to participate actively in the non-cooperation movement at just 17 years old, resulting in his arrest and imprisonment. Despite facing adversity, his commitment to the cause […]
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Raja Mahendra Pratap was a revolutionary and a patriot with an ondomitable zeal for India’s freedom. Born on 1 December 1886 at Musran inAligarh District of Uttar Pardesh in the well-to-do family Raja Ghansiam Singh, he was a rare prince who voluntarily chose the path of a wandering pilgrim in quest of freedom of his […]
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The year 1980 marks a significant milestone in the history of postal service in India, with the postcard service being 100 years old. Additionally, it commemorates the 125th anniversary of the first Indian postage stamp. To celebrate these landmark occasions, the Indian P & T Department, in collaboration with the Philatelic Congress of India, will […]
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The year 1980 represents a significant milestone in the history of postal service in India as it celebrates its 100th anniversary. Additionally, it marks the 125th anniversary of the first Indian postage stamp. To commemorate these landmark occasions, the Indian P & T Department, in collaboration with the Philatelic Congress of India, is organizing “INDIA-80,” […]
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India’s 1979 Rajarshi Shahu Chhatrapati stamp (25 paise, issued 1 May) is a commemorative tribute to the visionary ruler of Kolhapur, born as Yeshwantrao on 26 July 1874 and later adopted by Maharani Anandibai after the death of Maharaja Shivaji IV, which placed him on the Kolhapur throne as Rajarshi Shahu Chhatrapati. The 25‑paise issue shows a dignified sepia‑toned portrait of him in traditional royal attire, celebrating his progressive reforms and remarkable journey from a prince of Kagal to a revered social‑reform‑minded monarch.
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